Girl's Nightshirts Recalled by the William Carter Co.

Recalled August 17, 2000 · CPSC recall 00166a · Girl's

Hazard

The nightshirts, which fail to meet federal children's sleepwear flammability standards, could ignite easily and present a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act.

Remedy

Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.

Units

About 1,000

Incidents / injuries

None reported.

Description

The recalled nightshirts have long sleeves, and were sold in sizes small (4-5 year), medium (6-7 year), large (8-10 year) and, x-large (12-14 year). They are made with 100 percent polyester fabric with a pattern of brown bears wearing pink pajamas and the words "p.j. bear" printed on a white background. Identification code "GPU CF79761" and "Carter's" are printed on a label sewn into the collar.

What to do

Take these nightshirts away from children immediately, and call Carter's for instructions on returning the nightshirts for a refund and a $15 Carter's gift certificate.

Contact

Consumers may call Carter's toll-free at (888) 339-2129 anytime. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at http://www.carters.com/recall.html

Product

Girls' nightshirts

Manufacturer(s)

The William Carter Co. (Carter's), of Morrow, Ga.

Retailers

Carter's, department and specialty stores sold these pajamas nationwide, from May 2000 through August 2000, for between $10 and $13.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →